U.S. Marshals Hunt Ex-Police Officer
Featured on America’s Most Wanted

Pittsburgh,
PA - The U.S. Marshals Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task force
(WPAFTF) is hunting Edward Reisch. Reisch, an ex-police officer, has
been sought by law enforcement for over 16 years. His case received
national attention after being featured on “America’s Most Wanted”. The
hunt for Reisch has grown cold and the U.S. Marshals are asking for the
public’s assistance in locating this dangerous fugitive.

Edward
Reisch, now 66, is alleged to have sexually assaulted a juvenile victim
shortly after the Thanksgiving Holiday in November, 1999. Reisch was
charged by District Court of MD for Baltimore City in February, 2000,
with seven criminal counts including: Sex Offense in the First Degree
and Sodomy. Reisch fled immediately after being confronted about the
incident and has evaded capture since.

The WPAFTF is soliciting
tips in Western Pennsylvania because of Reisch’s has substantial ties in
the Trafford and Turtle Creek areas. Law enforcement has received tips
indicating that Reisch has frequented the area over the years. On at
least one occasion, Reisch reportedly fled a local restaurant after
being recognized in public by somebody who he believed to be a former
acquaintance.

Photo Date
12/14/99

The WPAFTF requests the public’s assistance in bringing this
fugitive to justice. Reisch is described as: 5’11’, 195 lbs, Hair-Gray,
Eyes-Hazel. Reisch has 11 years of experience as a police officer in
Baltimore and should be considered armed and dangerous. Reisch is a
proven flight risk and should not be approached by the public. Call the
U.S. Marshals Service Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force at
412-422-GRAB (4722)
or 412-644-6628 with any tips. You will
remain anonymous and may be eligible for a substantial cash reward.

The U.S. Marshals Service Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force
is made up of the following: U.S. Marshals, PA State Police, PA Board of
Probation and Parole, Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office, Pittsburgh
Bureau of Police, Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office, and U.S.
Attorney’s Office.